Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Hagerstown, MD

A Heavy Equipment Operator in the construction industry operates large machinery, such as bulldozers, excavators, and cranes, which are utilized for construction projects. Their key responsibilities include maneuvering heavy equipment safely and efficiently, performing basic maintenance checks, and ensuring the machinery is in good working order. They are essential to the construction process as they clear and grade land, excavate earth, lift heavy materials, and perform other tasks that require specialized equipment. They also should have a thorough understanding of safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents on the job site.

Potential Heavy Equipment Operators should possess excellent hand-eye coordination, physical stamina, technical skills, and mechanical knowledge. They should also understand how to read blueprints and topographic maps. It's crucial for them to have certification from a recognized heavy equipment operator training school, and some states may require a commercial driver's license (CDL). Before becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator, a person may have roles such as a Construction Laborer, Forklift Operator, or Truck Driver. These positions can provide valuable experience in the construction industry, and help individuals gain familiarity with different types of machinery.

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Forklift Operator

  • Chambersburg, PA (21 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chambersburg, PA (21 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 10 hours ago

Overview As a Forklift Operator, you'll get to move pallets and other materials through the different areas of the warehouse, supporting production requirements in those areas, as well as loading...

Heavy Equipment Operator Wanted

  • Chambersburg, PA (21 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chambersburg, PA (21 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Operator wanted, 3 years minimum, Experience with an Excavator, digging trenches for electrical duct banks. Must pass a background check. working in a Government Facility. Pay Is Rate (Prevailing...

Heavy Equipment Operator Landfill

  • Hedgesville, WV (20 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hedgesville, WV (20 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Shift: M-Sat 6:30am-4:30pm; Saturday 6:30am-12:30pm Preferred Experience: At least 2 yrs of dozer, excavator, hydraulic and ADT experience What is the value of a WM job? The value of a WM job is...

Heavy Equipment Operator (Knuckleboom)

  • Dulles, VA (21 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Dulles, VA (21 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator (Knuckleboom) Dulles, VA 20101 Summary: This position is responsible for operating several types of construction equipment such as dump trucks, bulldozers, front end loaders...

II, Heavy Equipment Operator Landfill - 2336172

  • Hedgesville, WV (20 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hedgesville, WV (20 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 7 days ago

Job Description: Shift: M-Sat 6:30am-4:30pm; Saturday 6:30am-12:30pm Preferred Experience: At least 2 yrs of dozer, excavator, hydraulic and ADT experience What is the value of a WM job? The value...

Heavy Equipment Operator - Haul Truck - Frederick Quarry

  • Frederick, MD (23 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Frederick, MD (23 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 10 days ago

***$1,500 Employee Referral Bonus Eligible*** Build Your Career. Build Americas Future. Vulcan Materials Company is the nations largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of...

Crane Operator - Ladle

  • Martinsburg, WV (13 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV (13 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 14 days ago

it's what's inside that counts _______________________________ Theres more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, its the people inside our...

Equipment Operator, Laborer, & CDL Wanted

  • Chambersburg, PA (21 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Chambersburg, PA (21 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 14 days ago

Excavating & Construction Inc. compensation: Rate employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Equipment Operator, Laborer, & CDL Driver Wanted Operator wanted, 5 years minimum, Experience...

II, Heavy Equipment Operator Landfill

  • Hedgesville, WV (20 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 17 days ago
  • Hedgesville, WV (20 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 17 days ago

Pay Range: Shift: M-Sat 6:30am-4:30pm; Saturday 6:30am-12:30pm Preferred Experience: At least 2 yrs of dozer, excavator, hydraulic and ADT experience What is the value of a WM job? The value of a...

Heavy Equipment Operator/Loader - Ready-Mix - Dulles

  • Dulles, VA (21 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 17 days ago
  • Dulles, VA (21 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 17 days ago

***Employee Referral Eligible*** Build Your Career. Build America’s Future. Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of...

Forklift Operator

  • Ranson, WV (22 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 22 days ago
  • Ranson, WV (22 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 22 days ago

We are seeking a Warehouse Forklift Operator to join our Ranson, WV factory for multiple shifts. Ready to help build a better future for generations to come? In an ever-changing, fast paced world,...

Forklift Operator

  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 27 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 27 days ago

Shifts 2nd shift 2pm-10pm Monday-Friday- Be flexible for OT $22.00 an hour 3rd shift 10pm- 6am Monday- Friday Be flexible for OT $22.50 an hour Description Candidates will be required to operate...

Crane Operator

  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 27 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 27 days ago

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 40 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include...

Equipment Operator (Baler) - Frederick MD

  • Frederick, MD (23 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Frederick, MD (23 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

4910 Executive Ct Fredrick Maryland, 21703, Starting Pay: $16.50 Hourly Position Description : Operates various equipment to include baling machines to produce bales for sale to salvage or recycle...

Equipment Operator

  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 30+ days ago

An Equipment Loader, Machine Operator (Forklift, etc.), and/or Material Handler, is responsible for operating and controlling a wide variety of equipment vehicles/heavy machinery that are...

Demographic Data for Hagerstown, MD

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Hagerstown, MD

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Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Hagerstown, MD offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.4%
Associate's Degree
10.7%
Bachelor's Degree
10.3%
Some College
2.9%
Master's Degree
2.1%
Some High School
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Hagerstown, MD
2-4 years
36.6%
Less than 1 year
26.8%
1-2 years
19.9%
4-6 years
16.3%
None
0.4%


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